A waterfront west central Florida community near amenities
Beacon Square sits along the shores of the Gulf waters in west central Florida. The coastal community is located in New Port Richey and is surrounded by nature preserves, mangrove forests and canals, giving it a secluded retreat feel. Outdoor recreation overflows here, from fishing and boating to hiking trails in marshlands and acres of beach access several miles away. Beyond opportunities to explore the outdoors, the community is bordered by a major thoroughfare, providing easy access to shopping, dining and area attractions. “I have lived in Beacon Square for 12 years, and I don’t want to live anywhere else,” says Tom Emundi, Realtor for SunCoast Group Realtors, who has been in the industry since 1977. “The proximity to amenities is fantastic, and I know my neighbors by name. I feel a sense of community in Beacon Square that you don’t find in other places.”
Surrounded by preserves, waterfront parks and beaches
Boating and deep-sea fishing are common with the direct access to the Gulf waters. Anclote Village Marina is 4 miles south for those who need to rent or store a boat. The 116-acre Pasco Palms Preserve is the emerald gem of the community. The wildlife-filled refuge has a rugged trail through wetlands and mangrove swamps, a viewing deck and picnic tables. Beacon Square Park is a small community green space with a playground and a basketball court. Eagle Point Park is directly north of Beacon Square and offers over 650 acres of conservation land. Seventeen acres are for recreation, providing fishing piers, hiking and mountain biking trails and boat launches into the Gulf. The 23-acre Anclote Gulf Park is 3 miles west and has a long fishing pier, a birding trail, a dog park and easy access to Anclote River Park, which offers a 300-foot beach and a boat launch. Accessible by boat, Robert Crown Wilderness Area is less than 5 miles north of the community. The 347-acre wetland area is popular for kayaking, fishing and bird watching. Anclote Key Preserve State Park is 9 miles west for a deeper dive into nature. Also solely accessible by boat, the nearly 12,000-acre historic site is made up of four islands and offers swimming, primitive camping, a nesting bird sanctuary and a lighthouse that was built in 1887. Robert K. Rees Memorial Park is 6 miles northwest and has a 45-acre beachfront, a boardwalk and an observation tower overlooking the water. Howard Park Beach is the next closest beach for more outdoor fun, 9 miles southwest.
Beacon Square Park is a great little neighborhood park.
Families enjoy fishing off the docks at Eagle Point park.
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Local mom and pops nearby
Most shopping and dining options are along Highway 19, bordering the eastern edge of Beacon Square. Anchored by Winn-Dixie, Holiday Mall offers a variety of retailers and restaurants, including Family Dollar, Pizza Chef and Off the Wall, an indoor amusement park with rock climbing, arcade games and trampolines. White Duck Espresso is a popular neighborhood drive-through coffee shop known for its flavored coffees and hot mini donuts. Frankie’s Raw Bar is a local favorite for oysters on the half shell, butter garlic shrimp baskets and cocktails at their tiki bar. LanXang Lao Street Food is another well-known spot with a diverse menu of sticky rice, curries, ramen and banh mi. Leña Steakhouse is the go-to place for an upscale dinner. For waterfront dining, Miss Vicki’s On the River at Anclote Village Marina, a few miles south, is a local favorite for seafood and cocktails. Southgate Shopping Center is less than 3 miles north and offers Publix, T.J. Maxx, Big Lots and other big-box stores. Downtown New Port Richey is 4 miles north for more dining and entertainment.
Pick up all your grocery needs at Winn Dixie.
Frankie's Raw Bar is all open dining and a relaxed atmosphere near Beacon Square.
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Coastal contemporary homes and custom Mediterranean houses
Niche ranked Beacon Square the 11th-best place to live in Pasco County. The community offers a secluded island feel with a nature preserve at its heart and the Gulf waters to the west. The tree-lined streets are filled with ranch-style homes, coastal contemporary houses and modern custom two-story properties with Mediterranean influences. Most homes were built in the early 1970s and range from the low-$200,000s for a two-bedroom more than 1,000 square feet to the mid-$600,000s for a more modern four- or five-bedroom home over 3,000 square feet. “People are moving here because of the prices,” says Emundi. “First-time homebuyers and families especially are coming because they can get a home for so much less.” Most homes have multi-car garages, spacious paved driveways for boats or other toys and backyard pools. Residents enjoy large lot sizes with an average of around 11,000 square feet, but many span over a quarter acre and are filled with avocado and lemon trees and flowering Poinciana trees. Some higher-end homes are directly on the lakes within the community or the bay. Condos are primarily in the northeastern corner of Beacon Square. The Gardens of Beacon Square is a gated 55-plus community with one-bedroom condos starting around $90,000 and two bedrooms in the low-$100,000s. The community offers a clubhouse, a lakeside pool and shuffleboard courts. Beacon Lakes is another senior condo community offering two bedrooms at the low-$100,000s to the mid-$100,000s depending on size.
Beacon Square features several small lakes throughout the neighborhood.
A beautifully designed craftsman style home in Beacon Square.
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Home to the third-best district in Tampa
Pasco County School District serves the community and is ranked the third-best district in the Tampa area, according to Niche. Students can attend Gulf Trace Elementary, which is a Cambridge and Cambridge School, earns a C-plus Niche grade, followed by Paul R. Smith Middle, which also scores a C-plus. Kids finish their education at Anclote High School, which holds a B-minus and offers soccer and softball teams. Alternatively, parents can opt for a private option. Elfers Christian School is in neighboring Elfers and caters to elementary through high school students. The school earns a B on Niche and is ranked the eighth-best private high school in the county.
Gulf Trace Elementary is Florida's first Green LEED school and is a part of the Pasco County School System.
Paul R. Smith Middle school is a top rated school in the Pasco County school system.
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A civic association that celebrates
The Beacon Square Civic Association sponsors weekly events at its headquarters building on Bradford Drive, which also has a community pool. The group hosts weekly musical performances, shuffleboard tournaments, billiards competitions and game nights. The BSCA also offers quarterly charity auctions, backpack giveaways, an annual Halloween social and a holiday craft show in November.
Three miles from Holiday city center and a 20-mile drive to Clearwater
Highway 19 runs along Beacon Square’s eastern edge, providing easy access to the rest of the area. Holiday is less than 3 miles away, St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport is 24 miles away and Clearwater is a 20-mile drive. Public transit is convenient via GOPASCO through the county, with bus stops along Highway 19 and Moog Road. HCA Florida Trinity Hospital is the closest medical facility, 7 miles east.
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Parks in this Area
Anclote Gulf Park
Eagle Point Park
J. Ben Harrill Recreation Complex
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Football
Anclote River Park
Eagle Point Park
Boating
Lake
Picnic Area
Beacon Square Park
Transit
Airport
Tampa International
49 min drive
Bus
Us 19 & Sr 54
Bus
Universal Plaza
Bus
Us 19 & Westwood Dr
Bus
Us 19 & Moog Rd
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Beacon Square
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Beacon Square, Elfers sell after 68 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Beacon Square, Elfers over the last 12 months is $219,008, down 9% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
9,490
Median Age
43
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$42,576
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$54,418
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.4%
College Graduates
14.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.3%
% Population in Labor Force
54.8%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
55''
Average Winter Low Temperature
52°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
31/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
7/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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